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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Ariel, PA
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Wonderful folks that work here at the Gardens. We have a family member who has been a resident for the past 2 years, and my wife and I couldn't be happier with the staff and overall care of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens of Green Ridge can be found in Scranton, the sixth largest city in Pensylvania. Counting a little over 90,000 people, Scranton is large enough to be of interest to tourism, yet small enough to have that intimate small town feel. The Gardens of Green Ridge prides itself on being a...
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I toured Briarwood looking for a home for my grandma. I was impressed not only with how clean and nice it was but how curious staff was.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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I had a family friend who lived here until health issues led him elsewhere. However, I still visit the staff occasionally to bring treats and say hi. There are wonderful people here. The place needs some tlc...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...
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The facility was recently remodeled in the last year at Serenity Care Mid Valley. The staff was professional and caring to and for the residents. I do feel like they could have gotten more, if not all...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Recently renovated inside and out with modern interiors, updated menus, and activities!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents...
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This was an excellent place for older people. The staff that we dealt with were very good with my loved one. The tour was great and I got to see everything I needed to see and all of my questions were...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located along the historic D&H railroad trail, our community offers active residents the opportunity to live life to the fullest in a warm, friendly, and secure environment. A small facility with dedicated and caring staff, we provide 24/7 care, enabling you to retain your independence and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
First Choice, a licensed Personal Care Home located in beautiful Lake Ariel, PA is just minutes from interstate 84. Our staff takes pride in being able to provide a beautiful home to our Senior population. We have a small personalized care home with 14 brand new , beautiful suites. With...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Welcome Home!Mallard Meadows offers a full array of services for those who demand comfort with their "good taste". A fine home is a source of happiness..."and one can't help but to be..." satisfied with the safety, peace of mind, and warm nuances of comfort waiting around every corner. Our team...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Lake Ariel, PA
The average cost of senior living in Lake Ariel is $3,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scranton, PA with an average of $2,842 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lake Ariel, PA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake Ariel, PA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lake Ariel
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake Ariel
Clarks Summit Senior Living
4.6
Everyone is very helpful and friendly.
I would rate the meals a 5 on a scale of 1-10.
Outdoor space is very nice.
Need a better covered area for smokers.
Activities are plenty and have some really good entertainment that comes in.
Receptionist are great.
Serenity Care Old Forge
5.0
We picked this community, because of the value, dedication of staff, and proximity to her home. The staff were wonderful! [names removed] and all the others were amazing!It was a wonderful place for my mom! They took such good care of her! They made me feel welcome! The food was delicious... the ...
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Serenity Care Mid Valley in Peckville, PA
5.0
I can not say enough about the wonderful staff! Their compassion and genuine, loving care means the world to my mom and to me. Knowing my mother has such wonderful caring people around her everyday is extremely comforting. They have truly created a family atmosphere in all they do. Each staff ...
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Lake Ariel review score based on 42 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 22 Lake Ariel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lake Ariel review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Lake Ariel assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 42 reviews of 22 Lake Ariel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Ariel resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Lake Ariel, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Lake Ariel assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Ariel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Ariel, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Lake Ariel assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lake Ariel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Ariel, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.5%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
4.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Ariel assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lake Ariel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Ariel, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
18.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
9.1%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Ariel assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Ariel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Ariel, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Ariel assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Ariel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Ariel, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
42%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Ariel assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lake Ariel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Ariel, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
13.6%
46.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
13.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
4.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake Ariel
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lake Ariel protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Gardens of Green Ridge, Briarwood Senior Living and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 24 assisted living facilities near Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Briarwood Senior Living and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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